Tracy Lee Dollison's Obituary
Tracy Lee Dollison was born October 14, 1962, to Brad and June Dollison in Dallas TX. He was the oldest of 3 children. Tracy arrived in Longview, Texas, at the age of 11 years old and made it his home. Tracy was outgoing, hard-working and fun loving. He was a wonderful person, loved by many. Tracy had a big heart and never met a stranger. He loved fishing, hunting, mudding, camping, rock crawling, motorcycle riding, boating, and most of all, being with his family and friends. Tracy’s family is extensive, not all blood-related, but definitely well-loved.
He worked as a mechanic most of his life, from transmissions, to drag lines and heavy machinery, to lastly natural gas compressors. Tracy had three children and nine grandchildren.
He was so proud and pleased with each one of them. He spent the last 25 years with his soul-mate and best friend. They were married in 2001, perfect compliment to each other.
Tracy was diagnosed with prostate cancer in April of 2009. He fought a long, hard battle that ended May 20, 2020.
Tracy is survived by his wife, Julie Dollison; his children; Tracy “TJ” Dollison Jr and wife Cheyenne Dollison, Tabetha Sandlin and Brandon Dollison; his grandchildren, Haleigh, Lilly, Tanner, Bradlee and Harper Dollison; Gage, Slade and Remi Sandlin; and Luna Dollison; his mother June Dollison; his siblings Frank Dollison and Sally Turner; numerous nieces and nephews.
His passing has left a huge hole in the hearts and lives of so many. He was well-loved and will never be forgotten.
Services to honor his memory will be held as follows: Visitation Friday, May 22, 5:00 – 7:00 PM at Rader Funeral Home. Graveside services Saturday, May 23rd, 2:00 PM at Rosewood Park Cemetery. A celebration of his life will follow graveside services at the Hodges’, 6120 State Highway 154 E, Gilmer, TX.
Visitation will require a mask to enter.
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